Tristan Thompson Questionable Against Magic

Boston Celtics center Tristan Thompson (pectoral) is listed as questionable for Wednesday's game against the Orlando Magic. He recently moved into the starting five, but that stint could be short lived. His absence would mean an immediate boost for Robert Williams. He'd see all the minutes he can handle at center, which would make him […]

Jaroslav Halak Makes Second Start In 18 Games

Boston Bruins goaltender Jaroslav Halak will make his 17th start of the campaign in Tuesday's rematch with the Devils. Tuukka Rask posted a 20-save shutout in the matchup on Monday. Halak has seen very little action over the last month or so due to health issues and this will be only his second start in […]

Norman Powell Might Sit Versus Lakers

Toronto Raptors forward Norman Powell (knee) is listed as questionable for Wednesday's game against the Los Angeles Lakers. He is dealing with right knee patellar tendinopathy, so basically the best thing for Powell is to rest. The Blazers do need to win for seeding purposes, so there is incentive to get him out on the […]

D.J. Augustin Could Miss Wednesday's Game

Houston Rockets guard D.J. Augustin (ankle) is listed as questionable for Wednesday's game against the Philadelphia 76ers. It wouldn't be surprising to see the Rockets rest the veteran guard here. They aren't playing for much, so they have no incentive to play their veterans throughout the rest of the season. Kevin Porter Jr. has looked […]

Michael Houser Gets Another Start On Tuesday

Buffalo Sabres goaltender Michael Houser will start again against the Islanders on Tuesday, after winning his NHL debut with a 34-save effort in the matchup Monday night. The 28-year-old gave up two goals in 31 minutes of action, but the Sabres battled back to notch their 14th win of the season. They have managed to […]

Nerlens Noel Might Sit Against Nuggets

New York Knicks center Nerlens Noel (ankle) is listed as questionable for Wednesday's game against the Denver Nuggets. He has been banged up lately, but the Knicks could certainly use Noel in this one. The team will likely wait until after shootaround before making a final decision. Taj Gibson could become an interesting streaming choice […]

Malcolm Brogdon, Edmond Sumner Questionable For Wednesday

Indiana Pacers guards Malcolm Brogdon (hamstring) and Edmond Sumner (knee) are listed as questionable for Wednesday's game against the Sacramento Kings. Brogdon has missed the last two games, so it wouldn't be shocking to see him miss another contest. Sumner suffered an injury on Sunday and it bothered him during Monday's game as well. T.J. […]

Bismack Biyombo Moves Into Starting Five

Charlotte Hornets center Bismack Biyombo will move into the starting five for Tuesday's game against the Detroit Pistons. The Hornets are shorthanded here with P.J. Washington (personal) and Miles Bridges (protocols) ruled out. He should see plenty of minutes, but Cody Zeller will be involved as well. Neither of them are reliable enough options to […]

Christian Yelich Returned To IL On Tuesday

Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Christian Yelich (back) has been placed back on the injured list one day after being activated, according to Tom Haudricourt of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. Manager Craig Counsell said that Yelich played through pain in Monday's game — where he went 2-for-4 at the plate — and that the team needs to […]

Jordan Hicks Placed On Injured List Tuesday

St. Louis Cardinals relief pitcher Jordan Hicks (elbow) was placed on the 10-day injured list on Tuesday with inflammation in his right elbow, according to MLB.com's Zachary Silver. Hicks exited Saturday's game with what was announced to be soreness and inflammation in his elbow after pitching 2/3 innings against the Pirates. General manager John Mozeliak […]

Jordan Hicks Out At Least Four Weeks

St. Louis Cardinals relief pitcher Jordan Hicks (elbow) will be out at least four weeks according to GM John Mozeliak. Hicks landed on the injured list with inflammation in his right elbow. After his 2019 Tommy John Surgery, Hicks experienced a setback in the 2020 season, but was pitching well (and still easily touching triple […]

Brusdar Graterol Gets MRI, No Structural Damage Found

Los Angeles Dodgers relief pitcher Brusdar Graterol (forearm) has undergone an MRI and it has been determined there is no structural damage in his arm, according to Bill Plunkett of the Orange County Register. Manager Dave Roberts said it was good news for Graterol, who hopes to avoid a lengthy stay on the injured list. […]

Jameson Taillon (SP, NYY) - Week 6 Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add in All Leagues ROSTERED IN: 46% of leagues ANALYSIS: It's not every day that we recommend adding a pitcher with a 5.24 ERA in all formats, but Jameson Taillon has been better than that mark would suggest. In his debut season with the Yankees following the second Tommy John surgery of his career, the […]

Kevin Gausman Placed On Injured List Tuesday

San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Kevin Gausman (undisclosed) was placed on the injured list on Tuesday, according to Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle. Slusser adds that Gausman is only expected to be sidelined for a few days, as the team recalled catcher Joey Bart in a corresponding move. Gausman has gotten off to […]

Dinelson Lamet Activated, Will Start Tuesday Night

San Diego Padres starting pitcher Dinelson Lamet (forearm) has been announced as the starter for Tuesday night's game against the Rays, according to Dennis Lin of The Athletic. Lamet has been on the 10-day injured list with forearm tightness since April 22, after an early exit in his season debut on April 21. Before leaving […]

Jake Diekman (RP, OAK) - Week 6 Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add in 12+ Team Leagues ROSTERED IN: 36% of leagues ANALYSIS: The growing trend in MLB toward the use of closer committees is a frustrating development for fantasy managers in traditional 5x5 leagues. While relievers who work in innings other than the ninth can still provide plenty of value via excellent ratios and high strikeout […]

Clint Frazier Starting In Left Tuesday

New York Yankees outfielder Clint Frazier is getting the start in left field Tuesday against the Astros. Frazier has really started to get going at the dish lately, as he has two home runs and a double in his last four games, along with three runs scored and a pair of RBI. The 26-year-old is […]

Twins Hopeful Michael Pineda Can Start Thursday

Minnesota Twins starting pitcher Michael Pineda (wrist) will have his start pushed back to Thursday. Pineda was hit on the wrist by a comebacker during his last start, but the Twins are hopeful that he'll be able to manage the issue well and that it's not too serious. Lewis Thorpe will toe the rubber in […]

Jacob deGrom Scratched From Start Tuesday

New York Mets starting pitcher Jacob deGrom (side) has been scratched from his start on Tuesday night due to tightness in his right side, according to Joel Sherman of the New York Post. The Mets will send Miguel Castro to the mound to make the start in his place against the Cardinals. There's no word […]

Shane McClanahan (RP, TBR) - Week 6 Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add in 12+ Team Leagues ROSTERED IN: 20% of leagues ANALYSIS: Though he's only eligible as a reliever at the moment, Shane McClanahan is scheduled to start two games this week, including Tuesday night against the Angels. The lefthander celebrated his 24th birthday a day late with an attention-grabbing major league debut last Thursday. Though […]

Kyle Hendricks Returns To Form In Victory

Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Kyle Hendricks bounced back in a big way on Tuesday in Game 1 of a doubleheader versus the Los Angeles Dodgers. Hendricks went all seven innings and cruised through the first six innings, but allowed a solo home run to catcher Keibert Ruiz in the top of the seventh inning. Hendricks […]

Lewis Thorpe Set To Start Wednesday

Minnesota Twins starting pitcher Lewis Thorpe is slated to make a spot start on Wednesday against the Rangers. Fellow hurler Michael Pineda (wrist) was originally scheduled to pitch on Wednesday, though the Twins are pushing his start back a day as he deals with a sore wrist, which was hit by a comebacker during his […]

Jake Marisnick Hits Third Home Run

Chicago Cubs outfielder Jake Marisnick went 1-for-1 with two runs scored, one walk, one stolen base and a solo home run in Game 1 of Tuesday's doubleheader versus the Los Angeles Dodgers. The veteran outfielder has quietly hit .277 this season with three home runs and 12 RBI. Marisnick saw most of his playing time […]

Luis Arraez Placed On Concussion Injured List

Minnesota Twins utility Luis Arraez (head) has been placed on the 7-day concussion injured list. Arraez was suffering concussion-like symptoms after colliding with Rangers' catcher Jose Trevino at home plate during Monday's game, so it's not too surprising that he'll be forced to miss some time as a result. Infielder Nick Gordon is being recalled […]

Gleyber Torres Returns To Lineup Tuesday

New York Yankees shortstop Gleyber Torres is back in the lineup for Tuesday's series opener against the Astros. Torres was given a breather on Sunday ahead of the team's scheduled off-day but is back in the heart of the order, batting fifth against right-hander Zack Greinke. The 24-year-old is riding a five-game hitting streak and […]

Tommy La Stella Placed On 10-Day Injured List Tuesday

San Francisco Giants second/third baseman Tommy La Stella (hamstring) was placed on the 10-day injured list Tuesday with a left hamstring sprain. La Stella exited Sunday's game against the Padres and got an MRI on Monday, after which manager Gabe Kapler said he expected La Stella to go on the IL. The veteran is slashing […]

Jorge Alfaro Doing Running And Catching Drills

Miami Marlins catcher Jorge Alfaro (hamstring) has started doing running and catching drills in his rehab. There hadn't been much news about Alfaro since he was placed on the injured list, so it's good to know his rehab is progressing somewhat. Now that the minor league season is getting underway, the Marlins will likely have […]

Luke Voit Begins Rehab Assignment At Triple-A Scranton

New York Yankees first baseman Luke Voit (knee) will begin his rehab assignment at Triple-A Scranton on Tuesday. Voit has been taking live at-bats at the alternate site but is set to see his first game action since suffering a partially torn meniscus in the spring. The slugger seems set to join the team by […]

Juan Soto, Will Harris Activated From Injured List

The Washington Nationals activated outfielder Juan Soto (shoulder) and relief pitcher Will Harris (hand) from the 10-day injured list on Tuesday. Soto, who had been out since April 20 with a strained left shoulder, is not in the starting lineup on Tuesday against the Atlanta Braves. The 22-year-old superstar should be available off the bench […]

Tyler Glasnow Strikes Out Eight In Win Monday Night

Tampa Bay Rays starting pitcher Tyler Glasnow continued his early season dominance on Monday night, striking out eight batters en route to his fourth win of the year in a 7-3 victory against the Angels. It was his fifth quality start of the season, as he held the Angels to three runs on four hits […]